Substance use/abuse and anxiety sensitivity: what are the relationships?

Article Abstract:

Studies of anxiety sensitivity and substance abuse show that there may be a link between anxiety sensitivity and the abuse of cigarettes and alcohol. Patients with anxiety sensitivity are so afraid of anxiety symptoms, they may turn to alcohol or cigarettes to deaden their feelings. More research into the causes of anxiety sensitivity is needed.

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Anxiety sensitivity and drug or alcohol use in individuals with anxiety and substance use disorders

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A study of patients with anxiety sensitivity with and without accompanying mood or anxiety disorders showed that while anxiety sensitivity was a predictor of substance abuse, there was no sign that patients with mood disorders where any more likely to abuse addictive substances.

Social aspects, Statistical Data Included, Affective disorders, Mood disorders

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Cognitive predisposition to substance abuse in adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

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A study is conducted to investigate the way in which attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is associated with elevated levels of substance abuse (SA). The results show the importance of understanding the cognitive processes involved in SA and ADHD.

Science & research, Causes of, Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

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